Event
Adult Learning Summer Series: Evening Blueberry Discovery Hike
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Join Abigail Hedler, Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps Environmental Educator, for an evening, open-discovery hike along some of the carriage roads near Lake Minnewaska and through the old golf course and orchard. During this approximately two-mile hike, we will focus on awareness of the natural world – looking at and discussing what participants are interested in, such as trees, mosses, amphibians, birds, and more. Part of this hike will take place on Lake Minnewaska and Upper Awosting Carriage Roads, which are gently sloping, gravel trails. The other part of this hike will take place on the grassy paths that wind through the old orchard and golf course, which may be muddy or wet. Through the orchards, we will discuss the history of blueberry and huckleberry picking at the Park Preserve and we'll look for signs of wildlife in the grasses and ponds. Attendees must bring their own one-quart containers. Participants should come well-prepared with enough food and water for the outing, and they are encouraged to wear sturdy and waterproof boots. Participants may want to bring binoculars if they have them, otherwise a few pairs will be available for participants to borrow. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Call to Register: (845) 255-0752
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